An Effortless Event Experience!

Durham’s Hidden Gem

Welcome to Palais Noir, where milestone moments get the main-character treatment.

Step into our main floor event space, with soaring 25-foot ceilings, polished concrete floors, luxe white draping, a stunning fireplace mantel and a lush floral feature wall.  Our boutique Ajax venue brings industrial edge and effortless elegance to your doorstep. 

From intimate weddings to stylish soirées, we have the space, the service and just enough sass to wow your guests. We don’t simply host events. We create memorable experiences worth talking about long after the last dance. 

Why Choose Us

You bring the guest…We bring the style, service and flavour!

A fully styled, full-service venue where we handle the details. You simply arrive, look fabulous and enjoy!

  • Instant Ambiance: Soaring 25-foot ceilings, luxe draping, a floral picture wall and a beautifully styled cocktail space

  • Elevated Service: An in-house Executive Chef, event coordinator, personalized menus, and private hostess suite

  • Delicious Dining: Bold fusion flavours, soulful spices and globally inspired dishes your guests will remember

  • Parking: It’s free and accessible

  • Convenient Location: Located in North Ajax just 7minutes from Hwy 401 and 9 minutes from Hwy 407

  • Fully Accessible: Main-floor venue, automatic doors, accessible parking and a gender-neutral accessible washroom

Our clients spill the tea on our service

Bridal Shower Bliss at Palais Noir – A Truly Unforgettable Experience


We recently had the pleasure of celebrating a beautiful bridal shower at Palais Noir, and we can confidently say it was an event to remember, all thanks to the incredible Owner, Sandra.
From the very beginning, Sandra made it clear that she wanted us to enjoy the experience and leave the details to her. She asked us to trust her with the decor—and let me tell you, I 100% testify that you can trust her to make your affair elegant, seamless, and absolutely stunning. The venue was transformed into a breathtaking space, filled with warmth, beauty, and style”.

Liz Valladares-Pereira